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How to start a podcast
Starting a podcast is simpler than most people think — and more involved than most tutorials let on. This guide covers the full process: choosing your format and topic, picking the right recording equipment for your budget, editing your first episode, submitting to Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and planning a launch that builds momentum before your first episode goes live.
What you’ll learn
- How to plan your podcast — format, episode length, target listener, and topic positioning before you record a single word.
- How to record your first episode — what setup you actually need, how to reduce room noise, and common mistakes to fix before you publish.
- Best podcast recording equipment for beginners — microphone options at every budget, from USB mics under $100 to XLR setups for better audio quality.
- How to distribute your podcast — step-by-step submission to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major directories so your show is findable everywhere.
- How to plan your launch — why your first 8 episodes matter and how to build a small audience before your public launch date.
- How to market your podcast — the basics of show notes, social clips, and audience growth once you’re live.
- What to do after you launch — how to keep publishing consistently, track listener growth, and decide what to improve.
About this guide
This guide was written by the team at Resonate Recordings, a podcast production company that has helped brands, creators, and businesses launch and produce podcasts since 2014. It’s free to download and does not require an email address.
If you’re further along in the process and looking for professional launch support, the Resonate team works with clients from concept through the first 8 episodes — including recording setup, audio editing, show notes, and distribution.